The Ruger Hawkeye FTW Hunter is a full-size bolt-action hunting rifle chambered in 6.5 PRC with a 24-inch threaded stainless steel barrel. It is built for field and long-range hunting applications where controlled feeding, reliable extraction, and durable construction are priorities. The rifle combines a Pro-Series H-S Precision tan/black speckled synthetic stock and a cold hammer-forged barrel to support consistent tracking and optics-mounted precision in practical environments.
Key Specifications
- The rifle is chambered in 6.5 PRC for long-range field performance.
- The barrel is a 24-inch cold hammer-forged stainless tube threaded 5/8″-24 to accept the included muzzle brake or threaded accessories.
- The action is a bolt action with a non-rotating Mauser-type controlled round feed extractor and fixed blade-type ejector.
- The magazine is a fixed 4-round configuration with a hinged solid-steel floorplate and an FTW engraved flush latch for safe unloading.
- The stock is an H-S Precision tan-black speckled synthetic with a full-length aluminum bedding block and Pro-Center technology.
- The trigger is the LC6, providing a smooth, crisp break out of the box.
- Overall weight is 8.1 lbs and overall length is 45.75 inches for balanced handling in the field.
- Includes the Ruger Muzzle Brake System with a removable radial-port muzzle brake, a dynamically matched muzzle weight, a thread protector, and a 20 MOA Picatinny rail secured with #8-40 screws for optics mounting.
Designed for hunters and shooters who need a factory-ready, long-range capable rifle, the Hawkeye FTW Hunter pairs proven controlled-round-feed reliability with a feature set aimed at practical field use. The combination of a cold hammer-forged threaded barrel, LC6 trigger, and full-length bedding block supports consistent shot placement when paired with appropriate optics. The removable muzzle brake and matched weight offer recoil management options without altering point of impact for a given load. Laws on magazine capacity vary by jurisdiction; some states limit magazines to 10 rounds (HI, CA, CT, DC, IL, MD, MA, NJ, NY, RI, VT, WA, CO).
Overall, the Ruger Hawkeye FTW Hunter presents a durable, thoughtfully equipped platform for hunters and field shooters seeking straightforward reliability and factory-installed long-range features. Its fixed 4-round floorplate, synthetic bedding, and integrated rail make it a practical choice for users who require a ready-to-use hunting rifle from the factory.





